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We Need to Talk About Kevin is a 2011 psychological thriller drama film directed by Lynne Ramsay from a screenplay she co-wrote with Rory Stewart Kinnear, based on the 2003 novel of the same name by Lionel Shriver. A long process of development and financing began in 2005, with filming commencing in April 2010.
- $7 million
- Jennifer Fox, Luc Roeg, Bob Salerno
Oct 21, 2011 · A drama thriller based on Lionel Shriver's novel about a mother's struggle to love her violent son. See cast, crew, reviews, trivia, awards, and more on IMDb.
- Lynne Ramsay
- 516
- 2 min
Jan 25, 2012 · A film about a woman's breakdown and her psychopathic son, based on a novel by Lionel Shriver. Tilda Swinton stars as Eva, a mother who has been overcome by despair and violence, and who lives with her son Kevin, who is a sadist and a monster. The film explores her mind and his actions, and the effect of her family on her life.
When Kevin grows from a fussy, demanding toddler (Rocky Duer) into a sociopathic teen (Ezra Miller), Eva is forced to deal with the aftermath of her son's horrific act. Director Lynne Ramsay
- (2.8K)
- Lynne Ramsay
- R
- Tilda Swinton
A mother struggles to cope with her son's violent behavior and the consequences of his actions. The film interweaves flashbacks of her pregnancy, his childhood, and the shooting incident with her present life as a prisoner's visitor.
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When her 15-year-old son's cruel streak erupts into violence, his mother wonders how much blame she deserves for his actions. Watch trailers & learn more.